Order Processing Foundations (HLUC 1105)

This course builds on concepts from the first term and provides students with foundational skills and knowledge required to transcribe prescriber orders onto forms such as the kardex and the medication administration record (MAR). Students will create and use their own resources to complete tasks accurately and safely on electronic or paper health records. Students will continue to develop their knowledge of the role and responsibility of the health unit coordinator (HUC) to facilitate patient/client admissions, transfers and discharges in the healthcare setting.
Course code: HLUC 1105
Credits: 3.0
Length: 70.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=HLUC&number=1105

Prerequisites

HLUC 1050.

Corequisites

HLUC 1115.

Schedule

HLUC 1105 schedule for programs:

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
60100May 5, 2025
to June 9, 2025
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  Delivery: Blended
  Location: Varies
Castling, Paula

Additional Information

  • Foundations to process on the:
    Kardex
    Medication Administration Record (MAR):
    Pharmacology categories and medications review
    New, changed , discontinued prescribed orders
    Hold, stat, reordered medications
    As needed (PRN), routine/scheduled medication orders
    Preprinted orders (PPO)
    Related abbreviations and medical terminology to all topics including admission, transfers and discharges.

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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